GRE Word List

FESTER

to generate pus

The meaning of the word fester is to generate pus.

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homeostasisa relatively stable state of equilibrium or a tendency toward such a state between the different but interdependent elements or groups of elements of an organism, population, or group
banteringto speak to or address in a witty and teasing manner
volatilecharacterized by or subject to rapid or unexpected change
tenurethe act, right, manner, or term of holding something (such as a landed property, a position, or an office)
swaythe action or an instance of swaying or of being swayed : an oscillating, fluctuating, or sweeping motion
felineof, relating to, or affecting cats or the cat family
intrinsicbelonging to the essential nature or constitution of a thing
devoutcommitted or devoted to religion or to religious duties or exercises
reproachan expression of rebuke or disapproval
attenuateto lessen the amount, force, magnitude, or value of : weaken